WWE Backlash 2006 (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2006, WWE Backlash 2006 is an action and drama film directed by Kevin Dunn, running about 180 minutes. “Long Live The King” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Backlash (2006) was a PPV which took place on April 30, 2006 at the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. It was presented by Topps. It was the eighth event under the Backlash name and featured wrestlers and other talent that performed on the Raw brand. The first main event was a Triple Threat match for the WWE Championship, which saw John Cena defend against challengers Triple H and Edge. The second main event was Shawn Michaels and "God" versus Vince and Shane McMahon in a No Holds Barred match. The third main event was a "Title versus Briefcase match" between Rob Van Dam (the Money in the Bank holder) and Shelton Benjamin (the Intercontinental Champion).
Who’s in it. WWE Backlash 2006 stars Paul Michael Lévesque as Triple H, John Cena as Himself, Adam Copeland as Edge and Michael Hickenbottom as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, WWE Backlash 2006 has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch WWE Backlash 2006 page.
If you liked it. Fans of WWE Backlash 2006 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch WWE Backlash 2006 (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for WWE Backlash 2006 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is WWE Backlash 2006 worth watching?
- WWE Backlash 2006 holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in WWE Backlash 2006?
- WWE Backlash 2006 stars Paul Michael Lévesque, John Cena, Adam Copeland, Michael Hickenbottom and Vince McMahon.
- When was WWE Backlash 2006 released?
- WWE Backlash 2006 was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.